Tense atmosphere! UFC Top-15 fighter cries and abandons interview after question about family drama.

Ziam celebrates his UFC victory. Photo: Reproduction/X/UFC

fares ziam experienced a mixture of emotions in UFC 323. At the event held last Saturday (6), in Las Vegas (USA), the Frenchman put on a show in the fight against Nazim Sadykhov, delivered a brutal knockout, securing his sixth consecutive victory. As expected, 'Smile Killer', enjoying the peak of his career, couldn't contain his excitement, but shortly after, the euphoria turned to sadness.

At the post-UFC 323Ziam was very friendly, but one question caught him off guard. In September, the athlete was scheduled by the company to fight against Kaue FernandesHowever, he left the commitment due to the death of his grandmother.

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Impressed by his return, a journalist asked the Frenchman how special it was to have such a good performance after the traumatic loss and if such a triumph would make his grandmother proud. Immediately, Ziam took a deep breath and began to cry. Unable to speak, the athlete asked to end the interview, apologizing through gestures.

Meet Ziam

fares ziamThe 28-year-old is a promising MMA fighter and is currently enjoying a great run in the UFC. The Frenchman currently has six consecutive wins and is ranked 15th in the lightweight division (up to 70,3 kg). Competing in the sport since 2014, 'Smile Killer' has won 18 fights and lost four. His main victories were against... Matt frevola e Nazim Sadykhov.